"I see London, I see France" meaning in English

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Phrase

Etymology: From a children's rhyme: "I see London, I see France, I can see your underpants". Head templates: {{head|en|phrase}} I see London, I see France
  1. (humorous, informal) Indicates that a person's underwear is showing. Tags: humorous, informal Related terms: XYZ
    Sense id: en-I_see_London,_I_see_France-en-phrase-KrRrK-Qw Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries
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        {
          "ref": "2010, Julie Cannon, Mater Biscuit, page 239:",
          "text": "“I see London, I see France!” a voice from behind Imo teased. She straightened up quickly to tug her dress down and turned to see Glennis.",
          "type": "quote"
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        "Indicates that a person's underwear is showing."
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        "(humorous, informal) Indicates that a person's underwear is showing."
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